ScotRail workers to strike every weekend in December

ScotRail workers are set to strike every Friday and Saturday in December, including on Christmas Eve and Hogmanay.

It would part of industrial action planned in the run up to Christmas by members of the RMT union as part of the ongoing pay dispute.

Workers will also strike on Saturday, November 19 under the plans, scuppering travel for thousands of rugby fans travelling to watch Scotland face Argentina at Murrayfield.

Phil Campbell, ScotRail Head of Customer Operations, said:

"We’ve had no formal confirmation yet from the RMT but if what is being reported is accurate, it is incredibly disappointing and will severely impact our customers, our staff, and the economy in the lead up to Christmas."

“ScotRail made a significantly improved offer to the RMT, which would deliver a 7.4 per cent basic pay increase for the lowest paid, provide job security for at least six years, and increase allowances and commission payments."

"It’s time for the RMT bosses to give members a say and put it to a referendum."

“Once we have formal notification of any further action, we will assess the full impact of this strike action and will begin working on contingency arrangements."

"We will update customers as soon as this is complete."

We've contacted Transport Scotland for comment.

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